12-Day Luxury Ausangate Trek – Rainbow Mountain & Cusco Adventure

Journey through the majestic Andes on this luxury 12-day trek. Begin in Cusco, walk among the snow-capped peaks of Ausangate, and marvel at the colorful slopes of Rainbow Mountain. Designed for comfort and breathtaking scenery, this journey combines exclusive lodges with intimate cultural encounters.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cusco – Boutique hotel stay and city exploration.
Day 2: Visit Sacsayhuamán and acclimatization hike to Tambomachay.
Day 3: Sacred Valley tour – Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and gourmet lunch.
Day 4: Transfer to Tinki – Trek begins to Upis (4,100 m).
Day 5: Trek to Arapa Pass and Pucacocha lakes – Mountain lodge overnight.
Day 6: Cross Palomani Pass (5,200 m) – Camp near Ausangate base.
Day 7: Explore glacier lakes – Luxury basecamp experience.
Day 8: Trek to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) – Overnight near Chillca.
Day 9: Morning hike to Rainbow Mountain viewpoint – Return to Cusco.
Day 10: Free day for wellness and spa treatments.
Day 11: Cultural day: weaving community and Andean cooking class.
Day 12: Departure from Cusco.

Adventure Type

Luxury trekking, high-altitude exploration, cultural immersion

Difficulty

Moderate to challenging (3,400–5,200 m)

Ideal For

Fit travelers seeking a high-altitude adventure with comfort and cultural depth

What Makes It Special

Combines deluxe trekking with authentic Andean hospitality and access to Rainbow Mountain without crowds.

What’s Included

• Luxury accommodations and private transfers
• High-mountain guides and support crew
• All meals, permits, and logistics
• Massage and wellness options during trek

What to Bring

• Technical layering system for high-altitude weather
• Waterproof boots, thermal hat, down jacket
• Daypack with hydration system
• Polarized sunglasses and high-SPF sunscreen

Weather Conditions

• Best season: May–October
• Dry and cold at high altitudes, with possible snow above 5,000 m